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Hello Brazos Valley! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning.
In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Historic register win, helicopter Easter egg drop, and Readfield Meats and Deli’s next chapter + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
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📰 In the news
Preservation win boosts revitalization: Downtown Bryan was added to the National Register of Historic Places, opening potential federal tax credits for restoring buildings like the LaSalle Hotel, Queen Theatre and Carnegie History Center — get all the details.
Legacy in cotton economics: Bryan’s beloved Readfield Meats and Deli may get new life as its retiring co-owners field interest from potential buyers. Neighbors await what happens next for the longtime shop — read the full story.
Community kindness in action: Texas A&M Mays Business Student Council surprised two Bryan ISD elementary students with new bikes and helmets, honoring their good attendance and dedication, delighting families across the Brazos Valley — get all the details.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
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💎 Local business spotlight
Slice-worthy detour: When the craving hits, Must Be Heaven keeps it classic with scratch-made slices, from coconut meringue peaks to Southern pecan and their signature Dutch apple, plus Blue Bell a la mode if you’re feeling extra. It’s the kind of simple joy that quietly rescues Tuesdays.
Flowers + chocolate fix: Aggieland Flowers & Chocolates has crafted bright, custom arrangements in College Station since 1947, with a sweet lineup of chocolates and fudge to match. For birthdays, apologies, or game day surprises, their local team delivers quickly and without fuss, keeping celebrations, make-ups, and maroon moments blooming.
Get your grip back: Feeling desk-locked? At Stone Co. Climbing, reset your brain, fire up your forearms, and meet neighbors who treat chalk like a lifestyle. Bouldering and yoga keep the vibes high, perfect for a weeknight session that leaves you pleasantly spent… and sleeping like a rock.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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🫶 We got your back
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Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared three programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →
What doctors wish every 65+ adult had at home: Physicians call it “long-lie,” and it’s the real reason falls are so dangerous for older adults. It’s not a broken bone… it’s lying on the floor for hours waiting for someone to notice. We dug into the options that actually solve this problem, and one stood out. See which one →
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📆 Fun for the whole fam
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🏛 Independence Reborn: A Look at Washington-on-the-Brazos @ Brenham Heritage Museum | Wednesday (3/11) at 10:00 AM – Pop into the Brenham Heritage Museum’s Blue Bell Gallery for Independence Reborn, a Texas History Month primer on Washington-on-the-Brazos, no textbook required. Artifacts from Star of the Republic Museum cover the town, the independence convention, and the site’s makeover, included with regular admission.
🌸 BPC Spring Break Bash @ Austin’s Colony Park (Bryan) | Thursday (3/12) at 6:00 PM – Spring Break without the chaos? At Austin Colony Park, the Bryan Pregnancy Center is serving dinner you didn’t cook, kid playtime, free diapers for eligible families, and a Baby Boutique browse, for Texas residents who are pregnant or parenting little ones under three.
🍿 Movie Night: Lilo & Stitch @ Stage 12 (College Station) | Friday (3/13) at 7:00 PM – Head to Stage 12 for a free screening of Lilo & Stitch, the one that taught your kids to say Ohana like they meant it. Bring friends, grab popcorn, and let the blue chaos machine entertain while you enjoy a relaxed, wallet-friendly night.
🚭 Tobacco Free Kids Day Carnival @ Navasota City Hall | Saturday (3/14) at 12:00 PM – Round up the crew for a tobacco-free kids’ carnival at 200 E. McAlpine, complete with rides, face painting, and snacks that mysteriously taste better outdoors. Think wholesome chaos, neighbor sightings, and zero nicotine, just sugar, squeals, and the occasional glitter mustache.
🔢 Broke Folk Bingo @ Chriesman Community Center (Caldwell) | Saturday (3/14) at 5:00 PM – Grab a seat at Chriesman Community Center for Broke Folk Bingo, where the buy-in is tiny and the side commentary is priceless. It is a second Saturday ritual for low-stakes cards, big laughs, even bigger neighborly gossip, and outsized bragging rights for pocket-size prizes.
🐰 Easter Bunny Portrait Day @ Love In a Flash Studios (College Station) | Sunday (3/15) at 12:00 PM – Think your kid can muster a smile for the Bunny if candy is involved? Skip mini sessions and pop into Love In a Flash for one pro photo for $35, low stress, vendors passing out eggs, so bring a basket and leave with a grin.
🎲 Game Night @ Clockwork Games & Events (College Station) | Wednesday (3/18) at 6:00 PM – Clockwork Games & Events is hosting PCC’s new monthly game night, a friendly shuffle of cards, boards, and bragging rights. Bring your favorite game, your sharpest wit, and maybe reading glasses, because all ages are welcome, and the rules font is tiny.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Brazos Valley report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 75°F – Low: 48°F – Precip: 80%
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7am, then showers and thunderstorms between 7am and 1pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Some of the storms could be severe and produce heavy rain. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 75. Southwest wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between 1 and 2 inches possible. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1am. Some of the storms could be severe. Partly cloudy. Low around 48, with temperatures rising to around 51 overnight. North wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts between 1 and 2 inches possible.
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Tomorrow – High: 66°F – Low: 45°F – Precip: 6%
Sunny, with a high near 66. North wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Later: Clear, with a low around 45. East wind 0 to 5 mph.
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